Editor’s Last Word by Lorraine Walker

The Editor’s Last Word

By Lorraine Walker

I always say that summer is my favourite season, and then instead of enjoying the sunshine, I sit in the shade; then I grumble about the humidity, and the lack of rain. But this is summer time, and I so enjoy God’s creation of cerulean blue sky, marshmallow white clouds, and brilliant rainbow flowers. I hope you are having a good summer and enjoying God’s creation regardless of what is going on around us. I also hope you enjoy this edition of SGNScoops that we have presented to you!

The account of Gordon Mote’s life is one a lot of you probably know, so I hope we’ve been able to give you some chapters you’ve not heard before. Dixie Phillips did the interview with Gordon and I was more than happy to write it down. He is an engaging storyteller and deeply committed to sharing God’s love. What an inspiration to us all!

Rachel Jeanette, Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers, and Levi Bowman, might not be as familiar to you, so I do hope you will enjoy meeting them in these pages. Special thanks to all of our terrific writers this month, as well all those who invested time and talent into this issue. We so appreciate each one.

As I hold on to each day of this summer season, and revel in its beauty, I find peace in knowing that God is in control of the weather, the changing seasons, and everything that is affecting our lives. He has given me this day regardless of the temperature, the traffic, or anything else that is invading my sense of calm. And as I ask him to give me my daily bread, I know that that encompasses his provision for all of my needs.

My family and I were discussing this the other day, and we came to the conclusion that the Lord’s provision is just for today, and while we thank him for it, we know that with tomorrow begins a new parcel of provision. Just like the Israelites in the desert were only allowed to collect manna for one day, we need to learn to rejoice in what God has given to us today and know that he will provide for us tomorrow. Also, like those who take an aspirin a day for their heart, or a multivitamin for their health, we need to remember that if we had everything in God’s storehouse given to us in one day, it would not be good for us. As mortal beings, we would not be able to manage all of it.

I am so grateful that his mercy is new every day and is sufficient for any time I might stumble and need forgiveness. He has given enough grace today also, and I know that the acceptance and acknowledgement of these, removes my sin and brings me closer to God, who is the giver of every good and perfect gift.

Have you accepted his gift of salvation today? Do you know that his mercy and grace are sufficient for you today? If you have any comments or concerns, questions or suggestions, please email me at lorraine@sgnscoops.com.